Vet Q & AMy fish is not breathing and feels hot. Is my aquarium heater broken?
Thanks for reaching out about Grandfish. But it sounds as if she has passed. Placing the airstone while holding the gills open might provide some oxygen, but if the heart is not beating, no circulation.
Sounds as if the heater malfunctions, as 86 is fairly warm.
Sorry.
Updated on September 24th, 2025